Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at Misericordia University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Misericordia University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Misericordia University graduates earn $77k, placing them in the 72th percentile of all rehabilitation and therapeutic professions doctoral programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Misericordia University | $77,049 | $78,147 | — | — |
| DeSales University | $78,981 | — | — | — |
| Arcadia University | $78,129 | $76,804 | — | — |
| University of Scranton | $76,794 | $83,638 | — | — |
| Chatham University | $76,620 | $79,009 | — | — |
| Lebanon Valley College | $76,331 | $78,186 | — | — |
| National Median | $74,720 | — | — | — |
Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeSales University Center Valley | $44,800 | $78,981 | — |
| Arcadia University Glenside | $48,290 | $78,129 | — |
| University of Scranton Scranton | $52,309 | $76,794 | — |
| Chatham University Pittsburgh | $43,810 | $76,620 | — |
| Lebanon Valley College Annville | $50,320 | $76,331 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Misericordia University, approximately 19% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.